Mr. Lamb advises Derry to not let his burned face define him or limit his life. He tells Derry that it is just a small part of who he is and that he should not focus on it. Instead, he ...

Derry is initially reluctant to talk to Mr. Lamb because he is self-conscious about his disfigured face and fears that Mr. Lamb might judge him. He is also wary of the older man’s presence and the fact that he lives ...

Mr. Lamb tells Derry the story of a man who was afraid of a bee. The man was so terrified that he locked himself inside his house, trying to avoid the bee. However, the bee didn’t hurt him, and by ...

Mr. Lamb advises against locking oneself away from the world, as he believes it leads to a life of isolation and missed opportunities. He explains that by shutting oneself off, whether physically or emotionally, a person prevents themselves from experiencing ...

Mr. Lamb suggests that Derry should ignore the people who stare at him because of his appearance. He tells Derry not to let their stares bother him, as they are merely looking at the surface and not at the person ...

Mr. Lamb uses the metaphor of “life is like a garden” to compare life to plants. He explains that just as plants grow in different ways and sometimes have to struggle to survive, life too has its challenges, but it ...

Mr. Lamb has a beautiful, overgrown garden that is filled with a variety of plants and flowers. The garden is unconventional and wild, with weeds and tall grass growing alongside the flowers, creating a natural and untidy yet inviting atmosphere. ...

Mr. Lamb responds to Derry’s negativity about his appearance with understanding and encouragement. He gently advises Derry not to focus on his disfigurement, emphasizing that everyone has something wrong with them, and it’s not what defines a person. Mr. Lamb ...